Category Archives: Nanaimo
66-year-old man assaulted & had phone stolen during breakfast in downtown Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Local thieves didn't make it far after trying to take advantage of a senior enjoying his breakfast.Members of the Nanaimo RCMP Bike Unit were nearby when a 66-year-old man was assaulted and ...
Nov 17, 2023
'She's a beautiful girl:' Nanaimo engineer secretly aimed camera at nude 13-year-old
NANAIMO - A successful local engineer can't explain why he invaded the privacy of a girl while showering in his Nanaimo area home. Lorne Raymond Gale, 44, pleaded guilty to a downgraded charge of atte...
Nov 17, 2023
International teams in Parksville for unique 'double-doubles' curling event
PARKSVILLE - It's a new twist on an ancient sport, with some of the world's best showing it off locally.The Parksville Curling Club is hosting a total of 24 teams for the Double Doubles bonspiel begin...
Nov 16, 2023
New tap-and-go payment system launched for RDN Transit service
NANAIMO - A new way to pay and ride aboard local transit has launched.BC Transit, in partnership with the Regional District of Nanaimo, officially unveiled 'Umo' (pronounced you-mo) at an event on Thu...
Nov 16, 2023
Volunteers needed for Loaves and Fishes to meet 'extraordinary' Christmas hamper demand
NANAIMO - If you've got some time this holiday season, Loaves and Fishes would love to talk to you. Registration for their annual Christmas Hamper programs is open, with the community food bank expect...
Nov 16, 2023
New 'state-of-the-art' dressing room coming for VIJHL's Oceanside Generals
PARKSVILLE - The reigning champs are another step closer to getting some new digs.The Oceanside Generals Hockey Society were awarded $250,000 from the Regional District of Nanaimo on Tuesday, Nov. 14 ...
Nov 15, 2023
Ladysmith RCMP search for masked man after woman dragged into wooded area
LADYSMITH - Local Mounties are searching for an average-height man with a slim build after a reported assault on Remembrance Day. A woman reported to police she was grabbed from behind and dragged int...
Nov 15, 2023
VIDEO: Hells Angels Nanaimo clubhouse being demolished after provincial acquisition
NANAIMO - The local Hells Angels clubhouse is soon to be no more. Crews were on site at 805 Victoria Rd. on Wednesday, Nov. 15 demolishing the building which had housed the Nanaimo chapter of the grou...
Nov 15, 2023
French Creek fishing bust leads to hefty fine and ban
PARKSVILLE - Illegal fishing and evading a fisheries officer were costly moves by an angler intercepted at French Creek Marina this past summer. Dwight Alexander Lorenz, 74, pleaded guilty to four fed...
Nov 15, 2023
'The need is very clear:' new Nanaimo warming centre draws strong interest
NANAIMO - Just five hours into its operational season, more than 70 people accessed a newly opened warming centre for people living rough in Nanaimo.Operated by non-profit Risebridge at its Prideaux S...
Nov 14, 2023